Expanded Duties Dental Assistant-CenLA

beBright; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Competitive salaries

Excellent benefits packages

Job summary

beBright is seeking an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant for their Alexandria, LA practice. This role involves assisting dentists during pediatric procedures, educating patients, and maintaining a fun, welcoming environment.

The ideal candidate will have great communication skills and experience in pediatric dental care. We offer competitive pay, flexible hours, and excellent benefits to ensure a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• Must be a great communicator who makes a difference in patient care.
• Thrives in a busy environment and demonstrates eagerness to learn.
• Previous pediatric experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during pediatric dental procedures.
• Clean patients’ teeth and apply fluoride.
• Take digital radiographs and provide patient education.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Energetic and patient

Education

Graduated from an accredited dental assisting program

Job description

SUMMARY

Pediatric Dentistry of CenLA is looking to hire an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant who is excited about a fun and rewarding career in the Pediatric Dental field. We offer competitive pay, great hours, and a welcoming work culture.

Smiles, high-fives, and tiny patients with big personalities! If you’re energetic, patient, and love making kids feel comfortable, this could be the perfect fit.

WHO WE ARE

Pediatric Dentistry of CenLA is about relationships. We believe in doing things the right way, in a safe and welcoming environment, so that we can earn your trust. Our goal is to establish great relationships with both our patients and their families. By keeping visits positive and stress‑free, we strive to make every dental appointment something children enjoy. Whether a child needs preventative or restorative dental care, we go the extra mile to ensure our patients have a friendly, upbeat experience and leave with healthy teeth and a big smile.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Someone who graduated from an accredited dental assisting program.
• A great communicator who wants to make a difference in our patients’ care.
• Someone who thrives in a busy environment and is a team player.
• Eagerness to learn and provide extraordinary care to our patients.
• Previous Pediatric experience is a plus.
• Energetic, patient, and passionate about working with children.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the dentist during generalized pediatric dental procedures.
• Clean patients’ teeth.
• Fluoride application.
• Take digital radiographs (bitewings, panoramic).
• Provide hygiene and diet education.
• Schedule follow‑up exams.
• Review schedules to ensure appointments are scheduled appropriately.
• Set up and tear down dental chairs and operatory rooms.
• Conduct parent consults and discuss treatment plans.
• Clean and sterilize instruments.
• Restock supplies in rooms and sterilization areas.
• Maintain infection control and OSHA guidelines.
• Participate in marketing endeavors.
• Write letters to be sent to referrals.

BENEFITS

We offer a fun and fast‑paced work environment with flexible work hours, competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.

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